Drop by Drop - Softcover

USCCB Department Of Justice, Peace, And Human Development

Softcover

ISBN 10: 082944100X ISBN 13: 9780829441000

Publisher: Loyola Press, 2015

Synopsis

Award-Winner in the "Children's Religious" category of the 2015 International Book Awards

Drop by Drop contains colorful pictures and an engaging story that helps children understand important lessons of how to work for justice and peace and to help those in need. Sister Mary Jerome’s nephew Mike works for Catholic Relief Services. This is an organization that helps people throughout the world. Mr. Mike came to Sister’s class and told the story of a village in the country of Burkina Faso, which is in Africa. The story is about a girl named Sylvie and how her village needed water. Sylvie is unable to attend school because it takes her several hours every day to collect the water her family needs. Sylvie eventually learns that her village has been chosen for a special Water Project. Blackline Masters for Drop by Drop include lessons for grades 2, 3, and 4.

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Review:

“The well-illustrated story reminds us, in a kind way, of the plight of those without the basic necessities of life. It is a heartwarming story and a call to action. This moving story is suitable for all ages and would be appropriate for any family, school, or parish library. Recommended.”

- Catholic Library World

About this edition

• Publisher: Loyola Press
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 082944100X
• ISBN 13: 9780829441000
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40